Piczle Lines DX+α
- March 13, 2019
- Score Studios LLC
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Get on itch.io StorePiczle Lines DX+α is a logic-puzzle game with over 1100 puzzles, combining content from Piczle Lines DX and Piczle Lines DX 500 More Puzzles! It includes story and puzzle modes, animated comics, trophies, and an art gallery. Playable with both mouse and controller, the game is fully localized in 9 languages.
Reviews
- Fun and addictive puzzle gameplay with a large variety of puzzles to solve.
- Simple to learn mechanics that become increasingly complex, providing a satisfying challenge.
- Charming pixel art and a relaxing experience, making it a great time-waster.
- Significant technical issues, including mouse cursor problems and resolution inconsistencies.
- Lack of essential features like a reset button for puzzles and in-game volume control.
- The game feels poorly optimized for PC, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story mode is described as cute and accessible, making it suitable for new players; however, many reviewers note that it lacks depth and complexity, with some suggesting it barely qualifies as a traditional story mode. Overall, while the narrative is charming, it does not aim for an intricate plot.
“The story mode levels and, well, the story, were very cute, and I think would help ease in potential players unused to this kind of experience.”
“The 'story' mode is lacking.”
“The story mode is also barely a story mode, although I wouldn't hold that against the developers as an intricate plot was clearly not the goal here.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being generic and grating, with issues such as overlapping tracks and a lack of in-game volume options. Additionally, players find the loading times and cutscenes after puzzles to be frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
“The intro music at the beginning needs to check if you have the sound settings turned off.”
“The music also overlaps with itself and the game runs oddly slow, with long animations playing after every puzzle when you just want to move on.”
“- No in-game volume option; the music (which I found grating anyway) is either muted or unmuted.”
“Mouse capture is poor, the resolution picker is inadequate, and the music overlaps with itself when moving between different parts of the game in a jarring way.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as relaxing and addictive, though some players feel it could benefit from additional mechanics to prevent repetition during long sessions. Additionally, there are reports of mouse-related issues that may affect the experience.
“The gameplay is relaxing and addicting.”
“However, the game could have used one or two additional mechanics, as long sessions can feel repetitive.”
“But the reason I decided to write this review at this point in my gameplay is the mouse problems I encountered and because the game is on sale for 80% off right now.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as a disappearing mouse cursor and problematic zoom functionality. These technical problems have led to a frustrating experience for many players.
“I was looking forward to playing this one as I liked Piczle Cross: Adventure, but it is terribly buggy and frustrating as a result.”
“As others have mentioned, there are some technical problems that can hinder one's experience: the mouse likes to just disappear completely and the zoom is quite buggy.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their charming and simple aesthetic, effectively blending elements of nonograms and paint by numbers. As players progress through the puzzles, the artwork becomes increasingly beautiful, enhancing the overall experience.
“To me, it's the perfect blend between nonograms and paint by numbers. As the puzzles grow in difficulty, the artwork becomes really beautiful.”
“The game has a charming, simple aesthetic.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is not optimized for Steam Link, so players are advised to opt for the mobile or tablet versions, which are often available for free. Overall, it runs smoothly on supported platforms.
“Runs smoothly.”
“If you're considering playing it on Steam Link, know that it hasn't been optimized for it; instead, consider buying the mobile or tablet version, as the packages are often given for free.”
“If you're considering playing it on Steam Link, know that it hasn't been optimized for it. Instead, consider buying the mobile or tablet version; the packages are often given for free.”
“The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end devices.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a sense of foreboding, as players feel that their actions can lead to negative consequences, creating a tension that heightens the overall experience.
